Portimão sea front and marina
A former fishing centre situated on the River Arade estuary, Portimão is a quiet town which has remained authentically Portuguese.
With a very pretty sea front and an historic town centre full of superb little squares, cafes, restaurants and boutiques, it appeals to a local clientele with traditional values.
Tourists set their sights on Praia da Rocha, its neighbour 2 kilometres away which is a modern seaside resort with superb beaches and offers all the necessary facilities for a lively night life.
So, it is clear that within a small area there is something for everyone.
If you are looking for authenticity, you can buy a house or apartment at the heart of Portimão.
But you will also find plots of land or villas on the outskirts because the real estate market in Portimão is very rich and varied.